Section 3: Performance Verification
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3.3.3.2 Pulse Rate Accuracy Test—Neonate
This test verifies the functionality of the pulse rate detection in the neonate
mode.
1.
Turn on the Bio-Tek simulator and press the MODE button three times
to place it in the Tests mode. The simulator screen will indicate “Internal
Cuff” and “Pressure Gauge.”
2.
Connect the simulator hose to the hose connector on the right side panel
of the N-3100.
3.
Place the simulator in the Neonate Internal Cuff mode and return to
Tests mode.
4.
Press the MODE button on the simulator until Simulation mode is
displayed.
5.
Using the SELECT and ARROW buttons on the simulator, set the
systolic/diastolic values to 70/40, with a heart rate value of 140 and a
pulse volume of 35%.
6.
Turn the N-3100 on and ensure that it is in the manual mode (the
MANUAL indicator is lit).
7.
Set the N -3100 to the neonatal mode (the NEONATAL MODE indicator
is lit).
8.
Press and release the START/STOP button on the N -3100.
9.
After completion of the blood pressure test cycle, press the PULSE
button on the N-3100. The measured pulse rate appears in the
MEAN/PULSE RATE display.
10. A reading between 135–145 bpm indicates successful completion of the
test.
3.4
SAFETY TESTS
WARNING: To ensure the safety of the operator and patient when
the N-3100 is stacked with and powered by an N-3200, also perform
the safety tests in the N-3200 service manual. Failure to comply could
result in serious injury or death.
N-3100 safety tests consist of:
•
Ground Integrity
•
Electrical Leakage
3.4.1 Ground Integrity
This test verifies the integrity of the power cord ground wire from the AC
plug and the connection with the SPS external power supply chassis ground.
1.
Set up the electrical safety analyzer as follows:
Function:
Ground Resistance Test
Range:
m
Ω
(milliohms)